Your Morgan Hill Weekly 411
News for the Week of October 26, 2020
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Happy Weekend Morgan Hill! |
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At the City Council meeting this past Wednesday, the Industrial Ordinance Public Hearing was continued to this Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at 6:00 p.m. This will be the only item on the agenda for this Special City Council meeting. Specifically, the Council is being asked to adopt an ordinance amending the zoning code to prohibit heavy distribution (fulfillment centers) and parcel sorting uses, amend provisions related to local delivery services, and clarify the definition of significant projects subject to design review.
We encourage the community to participate in the important Public Hearing. You can view the beginning of the Public Hearing from the last meeting on the City website, Item # 17. The associated staff report is also available on the City website.
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Watch the Town Hall on Measures RR, S, and T
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Enjoy the weekend ahead
It looks like we will be blessed with some beautiful fall weather. Put on your face covering, keep a distance of 6 feet or more, and take a stroll through Downtown Morgan Hill, visit Sidewalk Saturday on East 3rd Street, and grab a bite to eat at one of our fabulous restaurants.
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November 3, 2020
General Election Information
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Only 11 more days...
Vote Proud, Avoid the Crowd
Skip the lines and vote from home! Every registered voter will be mailed a vote by mail ballot; there are also in-person early voting options. There are many ways to vote safely; it is your choice.
No stamp, no problem
All voters will receive a free postage paid return envelope with your vote by mail ballot. Mail your ballot and avoid the crowds on election day!
California is taking proactive steps to safeguard the vote-by-mail process. For more information on how your vote-by-mail ballot is safe, secure, and reliable, view this email sent out by California Secretary of State, Alex Padilla.
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Election Guide and Election Information
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Vote Safely
Have you made plans to vote safely this year? . There are several ways to vote in the Nov. 3 election:
- Drop off your ballot at 98 countywide certified drop boxes
- Take your ballot to the Registrar of Voters office (1555 Berger Drive, Building 2, 8 am to 5 pm, Monday - Friday)
- Vote in person at your local vote center while social distancing and wearing masks.
- Remember to stay safe!
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Stay Updated on the Coronavirus and
Local Sheltering in Place
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Guidance for Celebrating Safely
Bay Area health officials remind residents that many commonly celebrated Halloween and Día de Los Muertos activities carry high risk for spreading COVID-19.
Focusing on decorations, limiting activities to the people you live with, and virtual costume parties or contests will help keep our communities safe this season, especially our children. Together, we all need to do as much as we can to protect ourselves and those around us.
View the Santa Clara County Public Health Departments guide to safer Diá de los Muertos and Halloween activities HERE.
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Meetings and Opportunities to Engage |
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Saturday, October 24, 2020 |
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Sidewalk Saturdays
South Sidewalk of East 3rd Street
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Please join us on the south sidewalk of E 3rd St downtown Morgan Hill for a fun, free, family friendly outdoor retail marketplace featuring local shops.
Our Saturday, Oct. 24th Vendors Are:
- Sassy Succulents
- Crafty Hill Moms
- Moody Designs in Wood
- Realm Flower Co
- Agnes & Dora by Crystal Jewel
- Pink Carnation
- IVORI Boutique
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HEALTH PROTOCOLS:
- Face Masks / Coverings Required
- Hand Sanitizing Stations
- Hand Sanitizer at Vendor Tables
- 6ft Physical Distancing
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Tuesday, October 27, 2020 |
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Free COVID-19 Testing
Council Chamber Building
9:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
Testing will be by appointment only. This testing site is not designed to test individuals with symptoms of COVID-19. Individuals with symptoms should contact their healthcare provider for evaluation and testing.
To make an appointment:
Once all appointments are filled, this location will no longer appear for scheduling on the website. You can schedule from your phone or from a computer using a web browser other than Internet Explorer.
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Planning Commission Workshop -
Retail Concentration Strategies and
Review of Morgan Hill's Retail Market Analysis
7:00 P.M.
The main purpose of this workshop is to share information gleaned from the ULI, SVEDA industry expert panels, the City practitioner panel, and Strategic Economics’ economic analysis and seek feedback that will inform future work that will support the Retail Concentration Strategy.
The Planning Commission meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 17 and on the City’s website.
Or by calling in to: (669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 818 5685 8957
Public comment for Planning Commission meetings will be accepted via email to pcpubliccomment@morganhill.ca.gov. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment
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Wednesday, October 28, 2020 |
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City Council Special Meeting -
Continuation of Industrial Ordinance Public Hearing
6:00 P.M.
The City Council Meeting will be live-streamed on Channel 17 and on the City’s website.
Those members of the public wishing to participate remotely may do so via the electronic meeting at: http://bit.ly/102820CityCouncilMtg or by calling in to:
(669) 900-9128, then enter the meeting id: 820 7850 0068.
Public comment for this workshop will be accepted via email to ccpubliccomment@morganhill.ca.gov. Members of the public participating in the electronic meeting wishing to speak may do so during public comment.
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Morgan Hill Historical Society presents:
Día de los Muertos – Community Altars
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Villa Mira Monte, 17860 Monterey Road, Morgan Hill (*advance registration required*)
Celebrate in honor and remembrance of departed loved ones and ancestors.
*To Register: Call Kathy Chavez Napoli at knapoli@morganhillhistoricalsociety.com
to reserve a 15-minute time slot for yourself or your group of up to 5 people. Register early, only 40 reservation time-slots available. No admittance without confirmed registration. View Flyer HERE.
Add to the Ofrenda: Bring up to three gift offerings to place on the Día de los Muertos Community Altars. Details provided with registration. Note: items cannot be returned.
This event will comply with Santa Clara County COVID-19 guidelines:
- Masks must be worn at all times.
- Maintain social distancing (six feet apart).
- For the safety of our visitors, there will be no parking onsite.
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Public Project and Maintenance Updates
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Madrone Channel Trail Project
Phase 1 improvements to the Madrone Channel Trail began on October 15, 2020. This is the first of a two-phase project to provide a paved trail along Valley Water’s Madrone Channel. This trail runs along the east side of Highway 101 for approximately 2.9 miles.
The first phase is approximately 1.1 miles and includes a 6’ wide trail between Cochrane Avenue and Main Avenue. During the construction of this project from October 15 through the end of November, the Madrone Channel Trail will be closed from Cochrane Avenue to Main Avenue.
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This project is made possible by Valley Water through the Safe, Clean Water, and Natural Flood Protection Program. This project is also made possible by the MTC Transportation Development Act (TDA Grant) and the VTA Transportation Fund for Clean Air (TFCA Grant). |
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The Edward Boss Prado Foundation Annual Auction
Bidding starts October 23 and closes October 30. We have over 50 amazing items donated by community members and businesses, with 100% of the proceeds going directly to programs. Please join in for this fun opportunity while giving back to your community.
Click HERE more information.
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Help House a Gavilan College Student.
Gavilan College has partnered with the House Sharing Program of Catholic Charities to help students find below market room rental opportunities close to campus.
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VTA News
Check out the most recent news from Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
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Santa Clara County Library District is offering
Grab & Go Supper Meals now available at South County locations. For more information and locations view the flyer. (English/Spanish)
View all services available at the Morgan Hill Library for Fall 2020. (English/Spanish)
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Drop-In Internet Access
The Edward Boss Prado Foundation is providing "Drop-In" internet access to students in need of internet for distance learning.
No appointment or identification needed, and the program is free.
This program is available Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30 am -12 noon at 35 Peebles Avenue, Morgan Hill.
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Morgan Hill City Hall
Office Hours
City of Morgan Hill offices are closed due to the County shelter-in-place order.
If you have questions or concerns during this time please call our virtual call center.
408.767.6404
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Messages will be returned within 24 hours.
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Elected Officials
County Supervisor
District 1:
California State Assembly District 30:
Robert Rivas
California State Senate District 17:
U.S. Congressional District 19:
City of Morgan Hill
Advisory Commissions:
City of Morgan Hill Advisory Committees:
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